Are you estranged from someone? What help have you found in recovery?

Welcome to episode 450 of the Recovery Show.

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Thank you, Shauna and Seema for your generous contributions. This episode is for you.

We are friends and family members of alcoholics and

addicts who have found a path to serenity and happiness. We who live or have lived with a seemingly

hopeless problem of addiction understand as perhaps few others can. So much depends on our own

attitudes and we believe that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Before we begin, we would like to state that in this show, we represent ourselves, rather

than any 12-step program. During the show, we will share our own experiences. The opinions

expressed here are strictly those of the person who gave them.

Language you'd like to lead for us. We hope that you'll find something in our share and

speaks to your life. My name is Spencer. I'm your host today and joining me today is Eric. Welcome

back to the recovery show Eric after many, many episodes. Most recently, episode 439 with Step 12.

That was in September of 2025.

Yes, and that's when this one crept up on me right after that.

Yes, you wanted to open with a reading? Sure. The topic is a hard one. I'm living it,

and it happens in many different ways and many different families.

But here's to start. Page 186, in my book, How Al-Lan Works Off Cover,

eventually, I decided upon a course of action that seemed appropriate. I filed a police

report and requested protection. And I decided to sell my house and relocate to a more

hospitable climate. I had moved to

enhance my life. Since I had not achieved the goal, I felt my best option was to continue to pursue a more relaxed lifestyle.

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